Pennsylvania Rebates
Pennsylvania Native Landscaping Rebates
Pennsylvania has more native plant programs in 2026 than most people realize. Philadelphia's Rain Check ($2,500 max) is the state's largest residential cash rebate for rain gardens. Statewide, the PA Invasive Replace-ive Program offers free native trees in exchange for removing invasive plants, DCNR distributes free meadow seed kits each May, and the PA Native Plant Society grants up to $1,500 for qualifying projects.
Last updated: June 2026 · 4 programs tracked
The quick version
- Philadelphia Rain Check: $22/sq ft for rain gardens, $20/sq ft for permeable pavers, up to $2,500. Installation through PHS-approved contractors.
- PA Invasive Replace-ive Program: remove up to 3 invasive plants at spring events and receive free native tree and shrub replacements — 2026 events in May.
- PA DCNR Pocket Meadow Kits: 300 free native grass and wildflower seed kits distributed mid-May 2026; first-come, first-served.
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How to apply for Pennsylvania rebates
- 1.Apply for pre-approval before you start. Starting work first is the most common reason applications get denied.
- 2.Take before photos of the area you plan to convert, then matching after photos from the same angles once the work is done.
- 3.Apply early in the fiscal year. Many programs are first-come, first-served. Each program below links to the provider for current rules. See our step-by-step lawn replacement guide.
Philadelphia Metro
1 program available
Rain Check Program
Philadelphia Water Department
Rebates for stormwater management: rain gardens ($22/sq ft), permeable pavers ($20/sq ft), downspout planters, and other tools. Rain gardens use native, drought-tolerant plants and absorb runoff from roofs and hard surfaces. Installation through Pennsylvania Horticultural Society contractors.
Stormwater-focused rather than turf conversion specifically, but rain gardens replace lawn area with native plantings. Effective Jan 1, 2025 rates.
Pennsylvania Statewide
3 programs available
Pennsylvania Invasive Replace-ive Program
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture / Governor's Invasive Species Council
Homeowners who remove up to three invasive plants receive free native tree and shrub replacements at designated events each spring. Over 1,300 invasive plants were replaced statewide in 2025. Spring 2026 events are scheduled for May. Participants who received free trees in 2025 are not eligible again in 2026.
Native replacements are provided at the event; no cash rebate. A practical way to get free native shrubs and small trees while removing invasives.
Pennsylvania Pocket Meadow Kits
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
DCNR distributes 300 free pocket meadow kits statewide in mid-May 2026. Each kit includes a native grass and wildflower seed mix plus instructions for removing lawn, planting, and maintaining a small native meadow. Kits are first-come, first-served at designated pickup locations.
Program announced April 2026. Check DCNR website (pa.gov/agencies/dcnr) for current pickup details. Limited quantity — act quickly when announced.
Native Plant Grants
Pennsylvania Native Plant Society
Grants of $500–$1,500 for projects using Pennsylvania native plant materials. Funds may be used for native plant purchases, project supplies, and project-specific educational expenses. Open to individuals, nonprofits, and community groups.
Competitive grant program — not a rebate. Application cycles vary. Maximum $1,500 per project.
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